The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully support end users and to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows® operating system. MCDST certification will get you started in your IT career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows® operating system.
Certifications Offered |
Course Objectives |
Course Benefits |
After completing this course, students will be able to:
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MCDST is a new certification introduced by Microsoft to deliver desktop technician skills for beginners. Upon completion of this certification, students will be able to obtain employment as:
Students are required to complete two exams in order to obtain this certification. |
Prerequisites |
Course Duration |
Before attending this course, students must have:
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To obtain this certification, students are required to complete training and exams in two courses. Each course will take 24 hours to complete. So the entire duration of the course will be about 48 hours. At ABCO Technology, students can select a 3 day boot camp for each course or spread the training program over 6 weeks |
Certification Track |
Course # |
Course Name |
Length |
2261 |
Supporting Users and Troubleshooting Microsoft Windows Desktop Operating System |
24 Hours |
2262 |
Supporting Users and Troubleshooting Applications on Microsoft Windows Desktop Operating System |
24 Hours |

